Raloxifene : How to Use

Raloxifene - Systemic

Brand Names

Evista Raloxifene *** Before Using *** How to Use *** Fore Safe Use *** Side Effects

How to Use

A paper with information for the patient will be given to you with your filled prescription, and will provide many details concerning the use of raloxifene Read this paper carefully and ask your health care professional if you need additional information or explanation.

Many diseaseds trying to prevent or treat bone loss will not notice any signs of the problem. In fact, many may feel normal The best for you that you take your drug exactly as directed .

Dosage

The dose of raloxifene will be various for various diseaseds Follow your family doctor's orders or the directions on the label . The following information includes only the average dose of raloxifene If your dose is various, do not change it unless your family doctor tells you to do so.

For oral dosage form - tablets:
- For preventing bone loss:
  - Adults 60 mg once a day, with or without meals.
- For treating bone loss:
  - Adults 60 mg once a day, with or without meals.

Missed dose If you miss a dose of this drug, skip the missed dose and go back to your regular dosing schedule. Do not double doses. If you have any questions about this, check with your family doctor.

Storage To store this drug:

Keep out of the reach of children.
Store away from heat and direct light.
Do not store in the bathroom, near the kitchen sink, or in other damp places. Heat or moisture may cause the drug to break down.
Do not keep outdated drug or drug no longer needed. Be sure that any discarded drug is out of the reach of children.